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September 24, 2025
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Day 11 in Paros started at the Archaeological Museum of Paros, which exhibits Parian sculpture and pottery, as well as inscriptions from excavations in Paros, Antiparos, and Despotiko.
The exhibits date back to a period spanning from the Neolithic age until Roman times. Highlights include several Roman sarcophagus, reliefs from the Panagia Ekatontapiliani before it was
a Christian Church (when it was a Greek Temple), and sculptures like Gorgo with wings from the 6th century BC.
After that, a bus ride to the fishing town Naoussa, on the north coast of Paros. The town features a nice walk along the coast, several churches and particularly,
a 15th-century Venetian watchtower located at the edge of the old fishing harbour, built for protection against pirate attacks. After returning to Parikia, a visit to the
old 8th century BC cemetery and the fisherman's church Agios Nikolaos Thalassitis (Saint Nicholas of the Sea).
Dinner was at Greco's again, with squid this time, and then enjoyed the sunset.
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Above: The Archaeological Museum of Paros houses artifacts found on Paros, Antiparos and Despotiko islands, such as tese.
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